The development of livestock, poultry, and equestrian industries has become a priority of state policy, aiming to provide the population with high-quality meat, dairy, and other livestock products in the Republic of Uzbekistan. These industries are essential for ensuring food security, creating jobs in agriculture, and improving rural livelihoods. Expanding these sectors supports increased production volumes, enhanced export potential, and bolstered competitiveness in global markets.

This study focuses on improving working conditions and protecting the health of workers in meat production enterprises. It analyzes the working environment in livestock, poultry, and equestrian industries, highlighting health risks and proposing optimization measures to protect workers.

Meat production, working conditions, health protection

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